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  • Powered elbow orthoses designed for external modification of the structural and/or functional characteristics of the elbow using power sources (usually electric) and powered mechanisms that respond to muscular bioelectric (i.e., myoelectric) signals. They provide support, supplement, and/or augment the elbow functions and/or its structure. These orthoses typically consist of wearable devices (e.g., braces) that are actuated by the electrical activity (i.e., electromyographic signal) from the muscles triggered by attempted movement; sensors (e.g., skin electrodes) that detect the biological electric signals from the skin; and automated (robotic) devices with very small electric motors that provide actual motion to the upper limbs. Myoelectric elbow brace orthoses are intended to facilitate patient training guided by a physical therapist for rehabilitation and control of weak muscles in the upper limbs caused by physical accidents and/or illness (e.g., after stroke).
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